Arsenal return to continental competition tonight with their second-leg clash with Sporting CP providing an interesting challenge for the Gunners. A 2-2 draw in Lisbon outlined the strengths of the Portuguese side, especially on the counter, and the weaknesses in Arsenal’s XI brought out by rotation to key positions.
The squad has been refreshed for the home tie with both Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard available. However, there remains the question of rotation with a Premier League fixture with Patrick Vieira’s Crystal Palace to consider this weekend.
After watching Arsenal’s title rivals Manchester City go strong at home to RB Leipzig and batter the Bundesliga side, it will be intriguing who comes in for the Gunners as they look to emulate the Citizens’ big win. Mikel Arteta needs to get his selection right or risk elimination from the competition, luckily the football.london writers are on hand to offer their views on who they would opt for this evening.
